Nuke83 posted:old_school posted:
It is a story that is actually almost unbelievable from either side of the story.
Therein lies the bulk of the problem. The kid has changed stories several times over the past 12+ months. He has been contrite, then vindictive. Forthcoming, then retracting. At this point, the kid has little to no credibility and a heinous cloud of molestation hanging over his head. This isn't the typical "Kid takes illegal benefits while in college" type of story. And you don't need to look much further than the NFL and the serious hits they've taken as a league over spousal/partner violence as well as the political statements of INDIVIDUALS that have had a severe impact to ALL teams to understand why MLB and teams are extremely wary of taking a chance on drafting a single player. I'll actually be a bit surprised if any team does take him in the draft. Not saying one won't, but my guess is they'll stay away.
I'm not aware of the story changing several times. In fact, from what I've read, his story has been exactly the same since this happened when he was 15. He's maintained innocence from day one. I've got no clue what happened, but his story has been the same - whether or not he did it, nobody will ever know.
I'd appreciate it if you could post or link to something which shows a change in story. That would raise flags.
Every article I've read points to an internal family argument involving his brother's marital issues. Today the brother is divorced, the mother is tight-lipped, and the victim doesn't remember anything.